Research Assistant in Emulsion and Oleogel Formulations for Long-Acting Therapeutics

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Research Assistant to join a pioneering initiative focused on revolutionizing drug delivery for chronic diseases. In this role, you will collaborate with experts in materials science and pharmaceutical engineering to develop innovative formulations aimed at improving therapeutic outcomes. You will engage in cutting-edge research, utilizing your knowledge in formulation science to contribute to the advancement of long-acting therapeutics. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to addressing critical challenges in drug delivery and formulation science. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and eager to work in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in formulating long-acting therapeutics using emulsions and oleogels.
• Strong background in materials science and drug delivery systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and optimize formulations.
• Characterize novel formulations for prolonged drug release.

Skills

Formulation Science

Colloid Science

Soft Materials Science

Drug Delivery Strategies

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Master's in Bioengineering

Job description

This research assistant position is part of the National Hub for Advanced Long-acting Therapeutics (HALo), a UKRI-funded research initiative that brings together leading UK institutions to revolutionise drug delivery for chronic diseases. The HALo Hub is a multidisciplinary collaboration between researchers in materials science, pharmaceutical engineering, bioengineering, and clinical sciences. HALo aims to establish the UK as a world leader in long-acting therapeutic (LAT) development by tackling key challenges in formulation science, pharmacokinetics, and sustainability. The project focuses on creating new formulations, improving drug delivery strategies, and developing predictive models to accelerate the clinical translation of LATs.

The role will focus on the formulation of LATs based on emulsions and oleogels. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and research staff to design and characterise novel formulations capable of prolonged drug release, using techniques grounded in colloid and soft materials science.

The PDRA will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including materials scientists, engineers, and clinical researchers, to design and optimise ISFI formulations that achieve controlled release, stability, and reproducibility. This work will contribute to the broader goals of the HALo project by improving the understanding and scalability of long-acting injectable therapeutics.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

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Name: Tom McDonald

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.